The Truma Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Truma Foundation is a private foundation in Brooklyn, New York. In tax year 2023 it gave $930,308 in 87 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $82,701. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2023.
- Grants paid, 2023$930,308
- Number of grants87
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$82,701
- Assets$18.4 million
How to apply
The Truma Foundation says in its IRS filing that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations, so unsolicited applications are unlikely to be considered. Organizations it funds are usually invited.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What The Truma Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 79 | $784,012 |
| New Jersey | 8 | $146,296 |
Grants paid in 2023
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Young Israel Beth El of Boro Park | Educational support and indirect financial aid for the poor | $82,701 |
| Maysharim | Educational support and indirect financial aid for the poor | $73,000 |
| Cong Khal Lev Avrohom | Educational support and indirect financial aid for the poor | $61,050 |
| Binyan Yerushlaim | Educational support and indirect financial aid for the poor | $56,000 |
| Individual | Scholarship for religious educational purposes | $50,338 |
| Kehal D'brookwood | Educational support and indirect financial aid for the poor | $47,500 |
| Kids N Camp Fund | Educational support and indirect financial aid for the poor | $35,000 |
| Congregation Tiferes Yitzchok Inc | Educational support and indirect financial aid for the poor | $31,850 |
| Individual | Scholarship for religious educational purposes | $28,150 |
| Individual | Scholarship for religious educational purposes | $27,550 |
| Individual | Scholarship for religious educational purposes | $26,450 |
| Individual | Scholarship for religious educational purposes | $22,050 |
| Individual | Scholarship for religious educational purposes | $22,050 |
| Individual | Scholarship for religious educational purposes | $21,650 |
| Individual | Scholarship for religious educational purposes | $19,150 |
| Individual | Scholarship for religious educational purposes | $17,950 |
| Individual | Scholarship for religious educational purposes | $17,700 |
| Misc Donations & Stipends | Educational support and indirect financial aid for the poor | $13,704 |
| Mitzvas Tefilin Jewish Center | Educational support and indirect financial aid for the poor | $10,000 |
| Yeshiva Torah Vodaath and Mesivta | Educational support and indirect financial aid for the poor | $10,000 |
| Yeshiva Abirey Lev | Educational support and indirect financial aid for the poor | $10,000 |
| Individual | Scholarship for religious educational purposes | $9,575 |
| Individual | Scholarship for religious educational purposes | $9,180 |
| Individual | Scholarship for religious educational purposes | $9,125 |
| Talmud Torah Bais Avrohom | Educational support and indirect financial aid for the poor | $9,000 |
| Individual | Scholarship for religious educational purposes | $8,925 |
| Individual | Scholarship for religious educational purposes | $8,850 |
| Individual | Scholarship for religious educational purposes | $8,050 |
| Bais Yaakov High School of Lakewood | Educational support and indirect financial aid for the poor | $8,000 |
| Individual | Scholarship for religious educational purposes | $7,775 |
| Congregation Khal Yesodei Hatorah | Educational support and indirect financial aid for the poor | $7,500 |
| Satmar Meat & Poultry | Provide food to the homeless | $7,148 |
| Individual | Scholarship for religious educational purposes | $7,025 |
| Bais Rivka Rochel | Educational support and indirect financial aid for the poor | $7,000 |
| Ohr Torah | Educational support and indirect financial aid for the poor | $7,000 |
| Individual | Scholarship for religious educational purposes | $6,860 |
| Individual | Scholarship for religious educational purposes | $6,720 |
| Individual | Scholarship for religious educational purposes | $5,925 |
| Individual | Scholarship for religious educational purposes | $5,900 |
| Individual | Scholarship for religious educational purposes | $5,595 |
Officers and trustees
- David Bistricer
- Estate of Moric Bistricer
Questions people ask
Does The Truma Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Truma Foundation give?
$930,308 in tax year 2023, across 87 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs The Truma Foundation?
Its 2023 filing lists David Bistricer (Trustee) and Estate of Moric Bistricer (Trustee).
What does The Truma Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and faith communities.